Supply Chain Coordinator

As a Program Support Specialist, you will be responsible for assisting in the administration of strategic programs and supporting the Transition to Production process. You will monitor progress and timing to ensure deliverables are met at PLC gateways. In case of any issues preventing completion, you will escalate them to the PLC Sourcing Project Manager and take tactical actions to ensure part transition completion. Your role will involve facilitating the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) from order placement through approval. This includes engaging with suppliers, Operations, and Engineering to address corrections, missing elements, engineering changes, or other gaps hindering the process completion. Your understanding of the PPAP process will be crucial in addressing any supplier gaps and resolving open issues efficiently. In the realm of PLC Sourcing, you will facilitate and escalate any changes affecting cost, delivery, inventory, and project Sourcing Strategy. When necessary, you will consult with the Sourcing Project Manager for support or escalation. Maintaining quote details in the appropriate business system, tracking requests for quotes (RFQ's), and ensuring alignment with Design to Cost (DTC) volume requirements will also be part of your responsibilities. You will play a key role in communicating cost changes and drivers impacting cost targets to suppliers and project teams. Your contribution to PLC projects as a Global Sourcing representative will involve ensuring continuous communication and collaboration with the PLC Sourcing Project Manager and project teams. This collaboration aims to effectively manage changing project needs, support the implementation of a project Sourcing Strategy, and facilitate the transition to production. Additionally, you will read and execute MRP to meet schedule requirements, manage exceptions outside of the MRP environment, and perform source and cost justifications when necessary. Administrative responsibilities for the Asia Sourcing Office in Pune, such as coordinating travel arrangements, department functions, special meetings, and events, will also fall under your purview. Your role will be instrumental in QDRC metric management, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and participating in Supplier Business Reviews as required. Your ability to analyze data, report metrics, and liaise with other locations to represent the Pune Office will contribute to the overall success of the team.,